The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to RAAF Base Richmond (XRH) in Richmond, Australia is 16,685 kilometers (10,368 miles / 9,009 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Belgium with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:32 in Brussels, it's 18:32 in Richmond. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Richmond (XRH) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 315° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Brussels Airport (BRU) and RAAF Base Richmond (XRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.